lung
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The scientists also examined human lung cancer cells.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026
“As a daughter of a lung cancer survivor who had one year of immunotherapy, and as a registered nurse, I have seen firsthand the value of immunotherapy,” Tarver said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
When heat and sunlight react with airborne emissions from wildfires, vehicles and industry, they create ground-level ozone pollution, which can damage lung tissue, cause breathing problems, trigger asthma attacks and lead to other health issues.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
She had been terminally ill with lung cancer.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
My lung function fell to 35 percent so quickly.
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
“She developed pleural effusion — fluid between the lungs and ribs — compressing her lungs and making it hard for her to breathe.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
She developed pleural effusion — fluid between the lungs and ribs — compressing her lungs and making it hard for her to breathe.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026
Researchers also identified similarities between cat and human cancers affecting the blood, bones, lungs, skin, gastrointestinal system and central nervous system.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 27, 2026
Cotton fibers have been found in human lungs, but research on their prevalence and effects is limited.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
“What have you done?” she gasped, struggling to save the little air left in her lungs.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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Animals (Zoology) - Introductory
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Human Anatomy and Physiology - High School
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